NewportvsAmarillo

Newport (bittering) and Amarillo (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Newport

Bittering

Alpha acid

10.5–17%

Beta acid

5.5–9.1%

Total oil

1.3–3.6 mL

United States

Amarillo

Aroma

Alpha acid

7–11%

Beta acid

5.5–8%

Total oil

1–2.3 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Newport

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick Amarillo

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Citrus

Only in Newport

WineBalsamicEarthy

Only in Amarillo

FloralSpicyTropicalOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank

Property

PropertyNewportAmarillo
Alpha acid10.5–17%7–11%
Beta acid5.5–9.1%5.5–8%
Co-humulone36–38%21–24%
Total oil1.3–3.6 mL1–2.3 mL
Myrcene45–55%40–70%
Humulene15–20%19–24%
Caryophyllene7–11%7–10%
Farnesene0–1%6–9%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeBitteringAroma

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